Caleb Nickerson SHAWVILLE Nov. 25, 2017 As the local children gathered below in the lobby of the Shawville arena to meet with Santa, dozens of people arrived at the Lions Hall upstairs to rally around a local family in need.

Caleb Nickerson MRC PONTIAC Nov. 24-25, 2017 The Christmas spirit was apparent in the Pontiac over the last few days, as Shawville hosted it’s annual tree-lighting ceremony on Nov. 24 and the Parade of Lights on Nov. 25. Local businesses

Caleb Nickerson LADYSMITH Nov. 25, 2017 On Saturday evening, over 100 members of the Ladysmith Sportsman Club gathered to celebrate another successful year. Held at Hotel Ladysmith, the party featured music, prizes and plenty of big racks. Organized by hotel

Caleb Nickerson TORONTO Nov. 3-12, 2017 The Pontiac was well represented at the most recent iteration of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair (RAWF), held Nov. 3 – 12 in Toronto. With over 5,000 animals on display each year, it is

Caleb Nickerson FORT COULONGE Nov. 25, 2017 On Saturday afternoon, proud family and friends gathered in the auditorium at École secondaire Sieur de Coulonge (ESSC) to witness the convocation of the class of 2017. The cameras flashed as the group

Caleb Nickerson BRISTOL Nov. 8, 2017 On Nov. 8, members of Les Ami(e)s du Cycloparc PPJ met at the home of Leo Heise in Bristol for the their first annual general meeting. The group is a non-profit that was formed

Caleb Nickerson SHAWVILLE Nov. 16, 2017 On Thursday evening, hundreds of people gathered at Shawville United Church to peruse Christmas crafts and confections before tucking into a hearty dinner. The annual bazaar and dinner has been going on for over

Caleb Nickerson CALUMET ISLAND Nov. 22, 2017 As one of the fresh faces sitting at the council of mayors, the new representative for Calumet Island is hoping to bring attention to his municipality’s history and tourism potential. Serge Newberry was

Caleb Nickerson SHAWVILLE Nov. 17, 2017 On Friday, a group of farmers and local business advisors gathered at the Agricultural hall in Shawville for a forum to discuss issues and challenges that local producers face. The event was put on

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Nov. 10, 2017 Students at Pontiac High School gathered in their gymnasium on Friday afternoon for a sombre ceremony honouring Remembrance Day. Members of the student council led the service, recounting several important battles in the Canadian